Oakland's Valentine named co-Summit League player of the week

ELMHURST, Ill. — Oakland’s Drew Valentine and Fort Wayne’s Frank Gaines were named the Summit League Players of the Week, announced by the league office on Monday.

Valentine, a senior forward, garnered his first career honor after tallying his fourth double-double of the season at Omaha in a 96-81 win. He posted 14 points and a career-high 16 rebounds, with seven offensive rebounds. Valentine went 5-for-8 from the floor and added two assists and one steal.

Valentine and the Golden Grizzlies will host league-leaders North Dakota State and South Dakota State this Thursday and Saturday. Oakland is currently riding a three-game winning streak.